,BSW4806 Assignment 3 (COMPLETE ANSWERS) 2024 -
DUE 2024 ;100% TRUSTED workings, explanations and
solutions.
1. Case study 1 10 marks You are one of three social workers
employed by an NGO. This NGO is the only organisation
delivering social work services in the local township. It is 15:30.
You receive a call from the social worker at the local hospital.
She reports the following: A six-week-old infant (girl) has been
admitted to the local hospital with internal burn injuries Doctors
are busy with the infant. If the infant survives, she will have a
tube implanted to be fed. This will be because of the severity of
the injuries. The mother of the baby gave her poison to drink.
The mother is 16 years old and resides with her mother. The
household also includes two other children, aged 7 and 9 years,
who do attend school. The social worker do give you the address
in the local township. How would you approach the case, in
your answer, identify the risks, recommend appropriate
interventions.
Case Study 1: Approach and Recommendations
1. Introduction
This case involves a six-week-old infant admitted to the hospital
with severe internal burn injuries caused by poisoning
administered by her 16-year-old mother. The case presents
significant concerns due to the infant’s critical condition, the
, young age of the mother, and the presence of other children in
the household. As one of the social workers from the NGO, you
need to address the immediate and long-term needs of the
family, while ensuring the safety and well-being of all involved.
2. Identification of Risks
a. Immediate Risks
• Infant’s Health: The infant’s life is in immediate danger
due to severe internal burn injuries and the potential need
for a feeding tube. There is a risk that the infant might not
survive, or if she does, she may face significant health
complications.
• Mother’s Capacity: The mother’s actions indicate a severe
lack of parenting skills and possible mental health issues,
which pose a risk to the safety and well-being of the infant
and potentially the other children.
b. Risks to Other Children
• Neglect or Abuse: The other children (ages 7 and 9) may
be at risk of neglect or abuse, particularly if the mother’s
behavior is indicative of a broader pattern of harmful
behavior or if she is unable to care for them adequately.
• Exposure to Trauma: The trauma from witnessing the
incident and the potential instability at home may affect the
psychological well-being of the other children.
c. Household Environment
